Artificial Intelligence in Mediation: What the Future Holds for Mediators
Artificial intelligence (AI) for helping mediate disputes has begun to gain traction. Although it might not yet be commonplace, it is on its way to
Artificial intelligence (AI) for helping mediate disputes has begun to gain traction. Although it might not yet be commonplace, it is on its way to
The key to developing true mediation competency begins with “me” In addition to basic mediation training, what do mediators need to improve their mediation competency?
Arbitration and mediation share a common lineage as alternatives to the traditional legal system of court and jury trials. Known as different forms of alternative
Many students in our mediation training programs ask about the steps they should take to translate their professional training into a successful mediation career. While
Earlier this year, Rwandan President Paul Kagame spoke to the U.S. National Prayer Breakfast gathering (click to read) and attempted to answer a simple question: after
What is the Role of Forgiveness in Mediation? Forgiveness can be a powerful and transformative element in mediation and conflict resolution. While forgiveness is not
What is The Cost of Conflict? Conflict is a naturally occurring part of the human condition. When managed properly, conflict can lead to personal growth
Opportunities for mediators in California continue to expand. In a state of its size with a large and diverse population and a robust economy exposed
Since the Covid-19 shutdown and the increase in remote working, there has been an increase in online mediation training courses. While this reinforces the positive
Why do litigators need to become better mediation lawyers? Even though the number of civil cases that are resolved through mediation (and other forms of
Many of us go to law school to become trained as litigation advocates, where our studies are focused on the knowledge and skills needed to
I was asked by a journalist recently about the average settlement offers in mediation. And while his search for understanding is laudable, the question itself
Bruce is one of the pioneers in developing mediation to resolve commercial disputes in the United States. He has been a professional mediator since 1986 and has mediated over 8000 disputes. Bruce was a co-founder and former chairman of the board of directors of JAMS. In 2023 he joined Signature Resolution to continue his mediation practice while pursuing his passion for delivering high-quality mediation training through Edwards Mediation Academy. Bruce has consistently received recognition for his work as a mediator, most recently being accepted into the inaugural edition of Who’s Who in ADR by ADR Times 2022; once again recognized as a Best Lawyer in the ADR category by Best Lawyers® 2022 and recognized as a Global Elite Thought Leader and Mediator in the US by Who’s Who Legal, 2023.